The Mandarin Tree (2018): cast, story & where to watch
2018 · Film · ★ 10
Released in 2018, The Mandarin Tree is a notable film directed by Cengiz Akaygün, running about 18 minutes.
What it’s about. After her father is arrested for political reasons by the Turkish government, little Sirin is finally allowed to visit him in prison for the first time. When a prison official interprets her painting of a bird as an anarchistic symbol and confiscates it, the girl is devastated, but her father encourages her to believe in the freedom of thought. For her second visit, she paints a "harmless" mandarin tree. Will her hidden message be discovered?
How it landed. With an audience score of 10.0/10, The Mandarin Tree sits among the best-reviewed titles in the catalogue.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Mandarin Tree page.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Mandarin Tree (2018)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Mandarin Tree change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Mandarin Tree worth watching?
- The Mandarin Tree holds an audience score of 10.0 out of 10. Most viewers rate it highly.
- When was The Mandarin Tree released?
- The Mandarin Tree was released in 2018, with a runtime of about 18 minutes.